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Each of New England’s six states has a unique character with natural scenery, timeless attractions, and tasty food. Members of the New England Inns & Resorts Association (there are more than 250) infuse this local spirit into everything they do, but borderlines don’t matter when it comes to providing a wonderful and memorable experience.

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Whether you’ve thought of every detail or you need a little more guidance, you can count on New England hospitality to make your wedding day flawless. Our members can accommodate parties of all sizes in some of the most unforgettable settings in the East.

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Samoset Resort

Samoset Resort

Overview

Samoset Resort is one of the premier Maine hotels, a destination for generations of families, many of who return year after year. The 1902 landmark Maine hotel sits on 230 waterfront acres at the edge of Penobscot Bay. Nestled between cosmopolitan Rockland and the Norman Rockwell-like Camden, this Maine hotel boasts an 18-hole championship PGA golf course, widely acclaimed as one of the top courses in America. All of this Maine hotel’s 178 guest rooms are luxurious retreats, each offering a private balcony or terrace overlooking the ocean or golf course. For a unique hideaway at the ocean’s edge, this Maine hotel has the dramatic Flume Cottage, a two-bedroom bungalow just off the 15th fairway. This seasonal Maine hotel offers wonderful guest amenities, including a state-of-the-art health club, indoor and outdoor heated pools, tennis and basketball, and wireless Internet connection throughout the resort. The legendary Maine hotel has just added a new 200,000-gallon designer swimming pool with sweeping views of the Atlantic and historic Rockland Breakwater.

Located on the hillside over the ocean, this Maine hotel’s free form pool will have ample seating on a multi-tiered deck. Among renowned Maine hotels, the Samoset provides a perfect retreat for a romantic getaway, family vacation or group outing. For dining, guests at this Maine hotel turn to the culinary inspirations of our new La Bella Vita Ristorante and Enoteca Lounge. For a Maine hotel stay to remember, choose from one of the Samoset’s wide variety of vacation packages, including golf, romance, dining, spa and holiday.

Amenities

Air Conditioning

Childcare

Children’s Programs

Cottages

Exercise Room

Family Friendly

Fireplaces

Gardens

Handicap Accessible

Health Club Facility

Hot Tub/Jacuzzi

In-Room Jacuzzi Tub

In-Room TV

Indoor Pool

Kitchen

Laundry

Live Entertainment

Meeting Facilities

Ocean

Outdoor Pool

Pet Friendly

Restaurant

Romantic

Room Service

Spa

Transportation Service

Valet Parking

Wireless Internet Access

Rooms & Suites

Number of Rooms: 178

The perfect Maine lodging

Samoset boasts 178 guestrooms and suites, each with lavish furnishings, luxurious baths, and private balcony or terrace, and the intimate Flume Cottage offers all the privacy of a secluded, oceanfront cottage for up to six guests. Each private balcony or terrace overlooks the ocean, outdoor pool and lush gardens or our awarding winning golf course—the perfectaccommodations for a quiet moment, a cozy interlude or an evening cocktail.

The choice of the finest restaurants in Rockport, Maine

As in Italy, La Bella Vita uses only the freshest ingredients, with an emphasis on garden-grown vegetables and healthy olive oil. An authentic wood-fired brick oven casts a warm glow over the Enoteca (Italian Wine Bar). A perfect gathering place where family and friends can meet over a robust glass of wine, breath in the heavenly aromas of flatbread pizza, antipasti, and small tapas style dishes. With earthy tones, copper pots, handcrafted Italian mosaics, photos of the Italian countryside and al fresco patio dining, La Bella Vita builds on the proud traditions of an Italian trattoria. The great ambience and spectacular ocean views are reminiscent of the tiny harbor towns and villages along the Italian coast making this Rockport’s premier dining spot.

Visit our Splash Pool Bar to enjoy lighter fare and your favorite libations on the deck for hours soaking up the sun and savoring the sea air. To round out your dining pleasure, indulge in a championship golf course view at the Clubhouse Grille.

Samoset Dining at a glance:

La Bella Vita: For Italians, food is life. And life is food. Whenever families and friends gather to eat, the conversation centers on food, local cooking and the warmth of the dinner table….

Enoteca Lounge: Coming Soon! Check back for updates…

Splash Pool Bar: Located next to our new outdoor heated zero-entry, free form pool with sweeping views of the Atlantic lies the new Splash Pool Bar. Colorful seasonal blooms, lighter fare and your favorite libations.

Weddings

Weddings Capacity: 650Weddings Guestrooms: 178It’s your dream. Let the Samoset make it come true for you. Take in the beauty of our scenic Maine coastline, enjoy cocktails and companionship on our luxurious lawn and dance the night away in one of our grand ballrooms. From the moment you begin planning this special event to the moment we bid you farewell—our on-site wedding coordinator and friendly, service oriented staff will make your wedding day shine with memories you will cherish for a lifetime. The Samoset is nestled along 230 acres of relaxed elegance on beautiful Penobscot Bay and has become one of New England’s premiere locations for destination weddings. Your guests can enjoy our spacious and elegantly appointed guestrooms, an 18 hole championship golf course, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis, and fine dining. The scenic villages of Camden, Rockport and Rockland are just a few minutes away with plenty of opportunities for shopping, a windjammer cruise, or just a romantic stroll along the shore. Whether you’re planning an intimate affair or an extravaganza, the Samoset can help you make your dream a reality.